Actor Jerry Seinfeld is sued for a classic trucho car sold for US $ 1.5 million – 04/02/2019

L & # 39; comedian Jerry Seinfeld This is a great car enthusiast. In fact, he mixes his affection for vehicles with his love of comedy in his series. "Cars drive drink coffee".

Jerry Seinfeld was sued last week by a company that says that the 1958 Porsche that bought the comedian for $ 1.5 million is a fake.

The complaint was lodged by Fica Frio Limited, at Manhattan Federal Court.

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According to the presentation, Fica Frio says that paid $ 1.54 million in a March 2016 auction by the Porsche 356 A 1500 GS / GT Speedster Race, 1958, on Amelia Island, Florida. The price included commission from the auction house of 10%.

The auction of the Porsche was promoted at the time underlining that it was a vehicle belonging to "The Jerry Seinfeld Collection" and clarified that it was "an impressive example of Porsche's breed".

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The car was described as "one of about 56 Carrera Speedster GS / GT built with alloy panels" and "it is thought that this is the only specimen originally finished in Auratium Green", a green color with a particular tone that makes it unique.

The report also said its engine had received an "award-winning restoration by European Collectibles", a specialist in clbadic cars.

According to the lawsuit, Seinfeld himself left a voice message last June, apologize and promise a full refund. But apparently, this refund has never happened.

Seinfeld's lawyer, Orin Snyder, stated that the actor had acted in good faith.

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"He asked Fica Frio for evidence to justify his charges, but the company ignored Jerry and instead filed this frivolous lawsuit," Snyder said in a statement.

However, Snyder clarified that Seinfeld "is willing to do what is fair and equitable, and we hope that the court will support the need for an external evaluator to review the origin of the car".